2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
